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MUSIC at ST. PAUL

Through the arts in worship the Christian is moved to respond to the faith proclaimed in Liturgy, Word and Sacrament.

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The St. Paul Choir sings at the 10:30 am Sunday service from September through May–leading congregational singing, presenting offertory anthems and communion motets. They also participate in many other events during the year, including Christmas and Holy Week services.

The St. Paul Choir is open to anyone who likes to sing, regardless of previous experience or ability. An entrance audition is required only for assessment of skill and placement within the choir. Rehearsals are on Thursday nights from 7 to 9 PM. Sunday morning warm-up is at 10. There are occasionally extra rehearsals for special events, usually on Saturday mornings.

St. Paul Festival Choir

The St. Paul Festival Choir sings three evening concerts a year and includes voices from the St. Paul Choir and other choirs in the area. The group was established to allow singers from many choirs to come together and sing, but with limited commitment and rehearsal obligation. Participation in this group is open to anyone. Singers need only to come to two rehearsals in preparation for a performance. No long-term commitment is required. Two special musical events have become traditions at St. Paul:

  • The O Antiphons Advent Procession in December
  • God’s Trombones in Lent

St. Paul Handbells

The Handbell Choir rehearses Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm.

Children’s Music

While there currently is no official children’s choir, music for young people is very important at St. Paul. Every Sunday morning from 9:15 – 9:30, all children meet with our Cantor for music.

  • learn about music
  • become familiar with our hymns and the sung parts of the liturgy
  • receive training on how to sing well

A few times during the church year, the children, ranging in ages from 3 – 14, sing for services on special occasions.